For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 681 students in Marianna, AR (there are , serving 270 private students). 72% of all K-12 students in Marianna, AR are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in Marianna, AR are Anna Strong Learning Academy and Lee High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marianna, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Marianna have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best 51±¬ÁÏs in Marianna, AR (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Anna Strong Learning Academy
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
214 South Alabama Street
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7140
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7140
Grades: PK-6
| 402 students
Rank: #22.
Lee High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
523 N Forrest Ave
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7130
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7130
Grades: 7-12
| 279 students
Marianna, Arkansas 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
188 W Chestnut St
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7185
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7185
Grades: 3-5
| 254 students
214 South Alabama St
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7140
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7140
Grades: 5-8
| 285 students
175 Walnut St
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7118
Marianna, AR 72360
(870) 295-7118
Grades: PK-1
| 163 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Marianna, AR?
The top ranked public schools in Marianna, AR include Anna Strong Learning Academy and Lee High School.
How many public schools are located in Marianna?
2 public schools are located in Marianna.
What percentage of students in Marianna go to public school?
72% of all K-12 students in Marianna are educated in public schools (compared to the AR state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in Marianna?
Marianna public schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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